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The Siamese Minister (Prince Damras) to the Chief of the Division of Far Eastern Affairs (Hornbeck)
Dear Mr. Hornbeck: You have no doubt seen articles in the newspapers of the 13th and 14th May that Siam’s neighbours are alarmed by the increasing influence of Japan, and that some sort of special treaty has been signed with that country.
Remembering that you have once asked me about the Japanese influence in my country, and I then said that I had no information respecting [Page 170] the matter, I am now in a position to inform you that there is no truth in the reports given by the Associated Press to the various newspapers, and I am instructed to assure you that it is the policy of His Majesty’s Government to strengthen the bonds of friendship with all the treaty Powers alike, and not with any single one in particular.
Very sincerely yours,